North Carolina State University Moving Undergrad Classes Online
North Carolina State University announced on Thursday it will move all undergraduate classes online starting on Monday.
One Personal Trainer Moved Her Services Online Amidst COVID-19
A personal trainer with over 20 years of experience in the fitness industry has moved her services online to help others stay healthy, manage stress, and find an outlet during and after the pandemic.
Airbnb Bans House Parties Worldwide, Citing Virus Mandates
Airbnb is banning house parties worldwide as it tries to clean up its reputation and comply with coronavirus-related limits on gatherings.
Poplin Elementary School In Union County Goes Remote After Two Staff Members Test Positive For COVID-19
Officials say Poplin Elementary School is going to remote learning until September 8th after two staff members tested positive for COVID-19. Several staff members may have also been exposed to the virus, according to a news release from Union County Public Schools.
U.S. Jobless Claims Jump Back Above 1 Million In Face Of Virus
The number of laid-off workers seeking U.S. unemployment benefits rose to 1.1 million last week after two weeks of declines, evidence that many employers are still slashing jobs as the coronavirus bedevils the U.S. economy.
Pandemic Plastic Surgery: More People Deciding Now Is The Time To Go Under The Knife
Typically plastic surgeons see a slow-down in business over the summer time, but not this summer. Here's a look at the reasons why the pandemic is perfect for people who want to change their look.
Experts Say Universities Should Prepare For Huge Financial Hit
"It's not unrealistic at all to assume you should be planning for a 25% or more hit to your budget."
"Hearts Beat As One" Director Speaks Out About The Homeless Getting Evicted From Tent City In North Charlotte
Director of Hearts Beat As One Foundation Bethany McDonald says that moving the homeless from tent city poses a variety of problems and risks during the COVID-19 pandemic.
"Van Life" Booming Across The Country Amid The Pandemic
A Charlotte couple is Vlogging their experience on YouTube.
SC Senate Called Back To 'Protect The Voter And The Vote'
South Carolina’s Senate is coming back into session in two weeks to mull over possible election law updates necessitated by the coronavirus outbreak.
Judge Releases Pregnant Woman From Mecklenburg County Jail Due To Virus Outbreak
A North Carolina federal judge has released an inmate who is eight months pregnant from a Charlotte-based jail that has seen dozens of coronavirus cases.
74th Annual Charlotte Thanksgiving Day Parade Goes Virtual Due To Coronavirus Concerns
One of Charlotte’s beloved and well-known holiday traditions, the 74th annual Novant Health Thanksgiving Day Parade, has now been impacted by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic with the event going virtual this year.
Some UNC Charlotte Students Calling For Remote Learning
After UNC-Chapel Hill announced all undergraduate in-person learning is shifting to remote learning.
Back-To-School For Students And Parents As CMS Remote Learning Begins
It was back to school for more than 150 thousand students at Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools on Monday.
Coronavirus Upends Conventions, Changes TV Coverage
The Democratic and Republican conventions will lack for crowds but not television coverage.
House Dems Summon Postal Leaders To Hearing On Mail Delays
The Democratic-run House on Sunday demanded that leaders of the U.S. Postal Service testify at an emergency oversight hearing Aug. 24 on mail delays as concerns grow that the Trump White House is trying to undermine the agency during the coronavirus pandemic while states expand mail-in voting options for the November presidential election.
Trump Announces A New Doctor For His COVID-19 Task Force Amidst Controversy
President Donald Trump has found a new doctor for his coronavirus task force — and this time there’s no daylight between them.
Homes With Grandparents Weigh Virus Risks As School Starts
Zita Robinson, who’s 77 and diabetic, has been careful around her granddaughter since the coronavirus pandemic took hold.
Local Election Officials Urge Speedy Return of Absentee Ballots Ahead of November Election
There are less than three months until election day and local election officials are encouraging people voting absentee to mail their completed ballots back as soon as possible.
Despite Positive COVID Metrics, Mecklenburg County Leaders Urge Public To Not Let Their Guard Down
County leaders have concerns with fall approaching and activities starting, it may be easy to forget the importance of physical distancing, frequent hand washing and wearing your mask.
Rural Families Without Internet Access Face A Tough Challenge Heading Back To School
John Ross worries about his children returning to their classrooms this fall with coronavirus cases rising in Kentucky, but he feels he doesn’t have much of a choice: His family’s limited internet access makes it nearly impossible for the kids to keep up with schoolwork from home.
Charlotte's Southern Christmas Show Canceled Due To COVID-19 Concerns
The Southern Christmas Show, a well-known Charlotte holiday staple, announced Friday the cancellation of their 53rd annual event due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
U.S. Jobless Claims Fall Below 1 Million But Remain High
The number of Americans applying for unemployment dropped below 1 million last week for the first time since the coronavirus outbreak took hold in the U.S. five months ago, but layoffs are still running extraordinarily high.
Longtime MCSO Detention Officer Dies From COVID-19 Complications
A 20-year veteran Mecklenburg County detention officer died Wednesday due to COVID-19 complications, according to the Mecklenburg County Sheriff’s Office.
Small Business Owners Struggle To Find Funding As Cooper Announces Another Relief Program
Thousands of North Carolina small business owners have the opportunity for more financial relief after a new grant was announced on Thursday by Gov. Roy Cooper.
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